And then, after you decide which one you want, go on Ebay and find one exactly like it that has been played only 2 or 3 times for a 33% or better discount.

That's what I did. I got: 1) a Fender Stratocaster MiM for $391, with ZERO neckware delivered; and 2) a Epiphone Hummingbird used for about 2 hours w/ case for $300 delivered.

Adopting these instrument is an important duty. Ya've got to free the trapped soul man.

And yeah. I'm bragging a little bit but only to make a point. 8^)